Calcium in blood.
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Calcium in blood. Why it is done: Bone, kidney and parathyroid checks. generated by SI from cited sources · general information, not a diagnosis · consult a health professional
Sources: SI (analytes, refranges, critical); LOINC; MedlinePlus Lab Tests (reference)
Bone, kidney and parathyroid checks.
No preparation. Typical adult range: adults: 8.6 to 10.3 mg/dL (source: Mayo). Ranges vary by lab, age and sex; use the range on your report. Critical values that need urgent action: Calcium above 13 mg/dL (Kost 1990); Calcium below 6 mg/dL (Kost 1990). High values may mean: Parathyroid overactivity, cancer, too much vitamin D. Low values may mean: Vitamin D deficiency, low albumin, kidney disease. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
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Consult a doctor to interpret results — a single test does not make a diagnosis.
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Why is Serum calcium (total) done?
Bone, kidney and parathyroid checks.
Do I need to prepare or fast for Serum calcium (total)?
No preparation. Typical adult range: adults: 8.6 to 10.3 mg/dL (source: Mayo). Ranges vary by lab, age and sex; use the range on your report. Critical values that need urgent action: Calcium above 13 mg/dL (Kost 1990); Calcium below 6 mg/dL (Kost 1990). High values may mean: Parathyroid overactivity, cancer, too much vitamin D. Low values may mean: Vitamin D deficiency, low albumin, kidney disease. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
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Sources: SI (analytes, refranges, critical); LOINC; MedlinePlus Lab Tests (reference)